A Single Shot

Following his wife's departure, John Moon finds himself isolated on the family's rural West Virginia farm. The once vibrant landscape is now merely a backdrop to his despair, as he struggles to recall happier times while hunting precariously to survive.

While illegally hunting on Nature Conservancy land, John accidentally kills a young woman. This tragic incident propels him deeper into turmoil, forcing him to confront the horrifying consequences of his actions.

In a desperate and panicked state, John finds a mysterious box containing $100,000 in cash inside an abandoned van. This money, left behind by the deceased woman, represents both a glimmer of hope and a harbinger of danger.

Panicking over the fatal accident, John hides the woman's body in a shipping container. This moment of dread marks the beginning of his confrontation with guilt and paranoia.

Yearning for connection with his estranged wife, John seeks the help of a local attorney, offering money in goodwill. Unfortunately, this gesture only raises suspicion and further complicates his efforts to reunite with his family.

During a visit to his wife's apartment, John inadvertently disrupts a troubling scene involving a babysitter and an ex-convict. This confrontation adds to his ongoing anxiety and amplifies the tensions in his already dysfunctional family dynamic.

Returning to his trailer, John is horrified to discover it ransacked, a victim of a search for the hidden fortune. The chaos left behind underscores the escalating danger surrounding him.

In a horrific twist, John finds the body of the deceased girl on his bed with a haunting note beside her. This ominous message serves as a grim reminder of the consequences of his desperate choices.

Desperate for clarity, John confronts the attorney while brandishing a pistol. His actions reveal his unraveling state as he seeks answers about his wife's anxiety regarding his newfound wealth.

John's fears deepen as a rock crashes through his window bearing a threatening note. Following this, he faces the agonizing loss of his devoted dog, indicating a menacing vendetta against him.

John tracks down the ex-convict but instead encounters the very stranger who has threatened him before. The situation escalates as John witnesses the brutal murder of the ex-con, heightening his sense of jeopardy.

Returning home, John becomes engulfed in paranoia, haunted by the feeling of being watched. His fragile state of mind deteriorates further, overshadowed by the shadows of his circumstances.

In a rare moment of joy, John shares kindness with a local girl, Emily, but this calm is abruptly shattered by a horrifying scream outside. This moment marks the transition from brief hope to looming dread.

Caught in a dire situation, John is forced to confront the stranger, leading to a violent encounter that results in severe injury. This struggle emphasizes the perilous circumstances he finds himself in.

In a moment of overwhelming loss, John discovers the body of Emily and the deceased woman in a shed. He digs graves for them, reflecting on the dark journey he has endured, while also facing the serene gaze of a deer, evoking a sense of hope amidst despair.